Tag: Paralysis
Hand Movement Restored Via New Technology in Quadriplegia
Technology bypasses damaged spinal cord to help patient move fingers, hand, and wrist
Distinct Syndrome of Acute Flaccid Paralysis Identified
Clinical manifestations indicate syndrome of flaccid paralysis with spinal motor neuron involvement
New Technology Helps Paralyzed Man Walk
Brain signals travel via computer that sends message to the legs, bypassing the spinal cord
Progress Toward Mind-Controlled Robotic Limbs
Research is still preliminary, but implants demonstrating some success